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Cloud failures cost more than $70 million since 2007, researchers estimate

The figures of the economic impact of cloud outages is probably underestimated, the researchers said

Cisco upgrades Quad enterprise social product, renames it WebEx Social

New features include integration with Microsoft Office and with Outlook and other email clients

Hadoop becomes critical cog in the big data machine

Celestica to stop making smartphones for RIM

RIM recently announced it was streamlining its supply chain as part of an overall effort to cut costs

Microsoft launches own Windows 8 tablets, one a ‘full PC’

Surface's two covers, which double as keyboards, offer unique feature (see video

Oracle profit jumps 8 percent, though hardware sales decline

The company sold $4 billion worth of new software licenses during the quarter

New Android malware disguised as security app

Android Security Suite Premium, which is loaded with Zeus variant ZitMo, is a threat to companies given the bring-your-own-device(BYOD)trend

Top 10 tips for navigating Windows 8 Metro

Moving around Windows 8 Metro isn't intuitive, so here are some pointers

FAQ: All about Windows RT, the OS behind a Microsoft tablet

As branded tablet rumors flourish, we answer questions about Windows RT, Windows 8 and Metro

Facebook acquires Face.com

The announcement hints at mobile applications but stirs up privacy fears